Nicole Nichols
Springhill,FL
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Well-qualified healthcare professional adept at managing specimens, assisting with mobility and responding to emergencies. Excellent relationship-building, prioritization and time management skills. Certified in nursing field. Efficient and reliable Certified Nursing Assistant with excellent experience in hospital settings. Skilled in assisting with technical nursing treatments, supporting diagnostic procedures and accurately charting patient records.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Nursing Assistant
Solaris Healthcare Bayonet Point
Hudson, FL
02.2021 - 07.2022
- Communicated and documented pertinent observations and information to maintain complete and accurate record of care given to patient.
- Offered direct physical care and basic nursing procedures and treatments for patients in stable condition under general supervision of RN.
- Maximized patient safety, employed interventions and interacted with patient to increase engagement and redirect behavior.
- Attended in-service programs to complete ongoing and annual organizational and departmental requirements to promote highest standard of customer relations principles for patients, visitors and fellow staff members.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hospice House Of New Port Richey
New Port Richey, FL
01.2015 - 03.2017
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Madison Point Rehab And Nursing Center
New Port Richey, FL
08.2008 - 12.2014
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 120-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Arcadia Home Health Staffing
New Port Richey, FL
07.2007 - 12.2009
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sunset Point Rehab And Nursing
Clearwater, FL
01.2004 - 08.2008
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tandem Health Care
New Port Richey, FL
09.1999 - 03.2002
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 120-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Struthers High School
Struthers, OH05.1997
Skills
- Critical Care Nursing
- Home Health Care Expertise
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Medication Administration
- Vital Signs Collection
- Fluid Measurement
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Communicating with Patient Families
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- BLS and CPR Certified Training -
Timeline
Patient Care Nursing Assistant
Solaris Healthcare Bayonet Point
02.2021 - 07.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hospice House Of New Port Richey
01.2015 - 03.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Madison Point Rehab And Nursing Center
08.2008 - 12.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
Arcadia Home Health Staffing
07.2007 - 12.2009
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sunset Point Rehab And Nursing
01.2004 - 08.2008
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tandem Health Care
09.1999 - 03.2002
High School Diploma -
Struthers High School
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